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Deering Wild Flower Acres
4.4 ★★★★☆ 176 Google reviews · Running trail in Marysville, Washington · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Deering Wild Flower Acres' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Backyard park and conservation area with walking trails and a pond amid the woods.
What runners say about Deering Wild Flower Acres
“Nice walking trail very well kept, no dogs allowed though my only issue with this place but beautiful to walk through.”
“Nice and peaceful trail for nature lovers.”
“Discovered a fantastic trail perfect for a quick, easy walk, especially with kids.”
This is a great little walk through nature. The area is a great little peek into an ecosystem. Lots of different plant and animal life to see. This is a good kid friendly walk it is fairly short with very little elevation change.
Fantastic little spot with an easy trail. No pets allowed because it's a research area as well and so controlled. Be mindful of the No Trespassing signs as the area does overlap with private properties in several places along the trail. Overall, nice place for a brisk walk with a bench near the pond further in.
Deering wild flowers is one of my favorite short walks I enjoy taking. I love all the little mushrooms I find to take photos of. Not to busy, friendly people that live in the house next to deering. The little pond is nice to rest at listen to the birds and take a breather as ducks swim by you in the pond.
Pulling into the entrance and parking area of this park was strange. It felt like I was pulling into someone’s backyard. Not a lot of parking available. There was a port a potty. A couple of picnic tables before you entered. A quaint little place to walk in the forest. Peaceful and quiet.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice walking trail very well kept, no dogs allowed though my only issue with this place but beautiful to walk through.”
“The trail is a series of loops within the bigger loop, so you could make the walk a little longer or shorter depending on what you are wanting.”
“Note: No dogs allowed, parking is limited, and there's a porta-potty available.”
“Nice walking trail very well kept, no dogs allowed though my only issue with this place but beautiful to walk through.”
“Mind the gnarls of roots in some areas of the trail as they can tangle your feet up if you're not watching your step.”
“Don't take your stroller if your bringing/have a baby, use a belly carrier.”
Plan your run at Deering Wild Flower Acres
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemarysvillewa.gov
- Phone(360) 363-8400
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
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